absorbency
noun
ab·sor·ben·cy
əb-ˈsȯr-bən(t)-sē 
-ˈzȯr-
-ˈzȯr-
plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy
: absorbance
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Fabric softener can leave a residue that reduces the absorbency of natural fibers.
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
Both shopping writer Julia Harrison and contributor Megan Wahn stand by these bath towels from Cozy Earth, specifically for their absorbency and versatility.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
In response, the FDA created a task force that recommended standardizing the tampon absorbencies and advised consumers to use the lowest absorbency for their flow.
—Jenni Shearston, The Conversation, 20 Feb. 2026
Fabric softener coats towel fibers, reducing absorbency and causing stiffness, lingering odors, and residue buildup.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 20 Jan. 2026
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 3 Mar. 2026
Both shopping writer Julia Harrison and contributor Megan Wahn stand by these bath towels from Cozy Earth, specifically for their absorbency and versatility.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
In response, the FDA created a task force that recommended standardizing the tampon absorbencies and advised consumers to use the lowest absorbency for their flow.
—Jenni Shearston, The Conversation, 20 Feb. 2026
Fabric softener coats towel fibers, reducing absorbency and causing stiffness, lingering odors, and residue buildup.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 20 Jan. 2026
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“Absorbency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absorbency. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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absorbency
noun
ab·sor·ben·cy
əb-ˈsȯr-bən-sē
-ˈzȯr-
-ˈzȯr-
plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy
: absorbance
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